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Josef Adalian joined New York Magazine's Vulture.com in 2010 and reports on all aspects of the television industry. He began covering the TV business in 1991, serving as a local TV columnist for the Boston Herald. Since then, he's been on staff at the New York Post, TV Week and The Wrap. From 1999 through 2008, he covered the small screen for Variety, serving as the industry bible’s TV editor. In addition to his full-time position at Vulture, Adalian contributes TV reviews to Playboy.

FROM Joe Adalian

How deregulation could change what you see on local news

How deregulation could change what you see on local news A pending deal for Sinclair Broadcasting to buy Tribune Media means fewer overall owners of TV stations across the country. Sinclair is a right-leaning news organization that forces its stations to air certain conservative segments.

4 MIN, 31 SEC Aug 22, 2017

After 15 years at ABC, Shonda Rhimes goes to Netflix

After 15 years at ABC, Shonda Rhimes goes to Netflix As the battle between networks for TV talent heats up, the prolific showrunner Shonda Rhimes is jumping ship at ABC and making her way to Netflix -- and she's not alone. Fellow prodigious broadcast showrunner Chuck Lorre also announced a huge deal with the streaming giant.

4 MIN, 25 SEC Aug 15, 2017

Want to watch FX without commercials? Now you can, for a cost.

Want to watch FX without commercials? Now you can, for a cost. There are a couple of other caveats too. To have access to a FX+, the new, ad-free premium service from FX, you must be a subscriber to Comcast cable. The move is likely FX looking towards a standalone future.

4 MIN, 26 SEC Aug 08, 2017

In cable, counting on consolidation and 'comfort-food TV'

In cable, counting on consolidation and 'comfort-food TV' A new deal highlights an ongoing trend in cable TV: consolidation is the name of the game. Discovery will buy the Scripps Network for almost $12 billion. Scripps is the parent company of HGTV and the Food Network.

4 MIN, 29 SEC Aug 01, 2017

The Spin-off says so long (for now!)

The Spin-off says so long (for now!) We're wrapping up four fabulous years of podcasting, but not before one final episode. The Spin-off crew reflects on the upfronts, Cannes vs Netflix, and the future of television.

37 MIN, 4 SEC May 31, 2017

Netflix domination, Emmys overload, and another writers' strike?

Netflix domination, Emmys overload, and another writers' strike? People in the industry always joke about Netflix taking over. With Netflix adding more and more kinds of shows, plus movies, have those jokes officially turned to real fear? Plus, it's Emmy season! Oh wait, the Emmys aren't until September? With the amount of campaigning already going on, you wouldn't know it. And is another writers' strike looming on the horizon?

41 MIN, 14 SEC Mar 30, 2017

Stephen Colbert on a hot streak; pilot season by the numbers

Stephen Colbert on a hot streak; pilot season by the numbers For the third week in a row, Stephen Colbert has bested Jimmy Fallon in the ratings. The current president is no doubt part of the reason. And, in this year's pilot season, overall series orders are down this year, but networks are still dealing with a mid-season logjam.

32 MIN, 14 SEC Feb 24, 2017

TV in the age of Trump and media trends of 2017

TV in the age of Trump and media trends of 2017 Long-time TV reporters are finding their beats now apply to politics as the new POTUS continues to be obsessed with ratings. And looking to the year ahead, will broadcast streaming services like CBS All Access be able to break through?

36 MIN, 42 SEC Jan 31, 2017

The year in TV and debating the usefulness of TCA press tour

The year in TV and debating the usefulness of TCA press tour In our final episode of 2016, The Spin-off crew reflects on the year that was in television, and discusses the decision of ABC, NBC and CBS to skip out on the executive panels in the upcoming Television Critics Association press tour. They also talk about the recent ratings dip of AMC mega hit The Walking Dead. Plus, a holiday-themed Download segment.

38 MIN, 37 SEC Dec 21, 2016

Election, escapism and 'Gilmore Girls'

Election, escapism and 'Gilmore Girls' In the first episode since the election, The Spin-off crew contemplates the role TV news had in this year's presidential contest, and what TV might look like going forward. Plus, what's up with NFL ratings this year, and Dan's take on the newest Gilmore Girls revival on Netflix.

37 MIN, 56 SEC Nov 23, 2016

'The Walking Dead' returns, and another shakeup at MTV

'The Walking Dead' returns, and another shakeup at MTV AMC's zombie drama The Walking Dead returned to huge ratings with its Season 7 premiere, but some fans are not crazy about the extreme violence that's now becoming commonplace in the show. And, after just a year on the job, Sean Atkins is out at MTV. Chris McCarthy will be taking over.

34 MIN, 36 SEC Oct 26, 2016

Creativity abounds in fall TV & analyzing debate ratings

Creativity abounds in fall TV & analyzing debate ratings The Spin-off crew evaluates new fall TV, which in spite of a few stinkers, shows much more overall creative promise than in years past. Then, a look at the ratings from the first presidential debate, which were indeed very high, but need to be put in context.

40 MIN, 19 SEC Oct 05, 2016

Sophomore slumps & niche streaming services

Sophomore slumps & niche streaming services The Spin-off crew sums up the summer. They talk about Olympics ratings, discuss why two hot cable shows are struggling in their second seasons and contemplate whether the myriad niche streaming services can ever offer them the TV line-up of their dreams.

43 MIN, 32 SEC Aug 31, 2016

Emotional Moments at Comic-Con and Always Be Marketing

Emotional Moments at Comic-Con and Always Be Marketing In the brief window between Comic-Con and TCA press tour this year, this Spin-Off crew gathers to talk about the most interesting moments at this year's Comic-Con and why marketing for cable shows has turned into a year-round event.

41 MIN, 19 SEC Jul 27, 2016

Steve Mosko on His Sudden Departure from Sony Pictures Television

Steve Mosko on His Sudden Departure from Sony Pictures Television “In life, if you're not 100 percent in on something, you need to take a deep breath and figure it out.” That’s what Steve Mosko told Michael Schneider during a conversation at the Paley Center, just two days after Mosko announced he would be leaving his job as chairman of Sony Pictures Television.

48 MIN, 30 SEC Jul 01, 2016

Drama Problems at HBO, Which New Shows Will Score Emmy Noms?

Drama Problems at HBO, Which New Shows Will Score Emmy Noms? There won’t be any more Vinyl on HBO, even though there had been an earlier announcement of a second season. With that show gone and Game of Thrones wrapping up its season, there’s a lot of pressure on the forthcoming ‘Westworld. Plus, we’re at the height of Emmy campaigning, but will all that noise actually help any new shows snag a nomination?

33 MIN, 59 SEC Jun 29, 2016

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Securing Public Spaces, Super Wealthy Asians

Design and Architecture

Securing Public Spaces, Super Wealthy Asians Vehicles are increasingly being used as weapons, as seen in the London Bridge attack over the weekend and in New York’s Times Square last month. The Compton-based company Calpipe is designing security bollards to help make public spaces safer. And novelist Kevin Kwan satirizes the “crazy rich” Asian jet set and their luxurious tastes in his latest book, “Rich People Problems.”

28 MIN, 31 SEC Jun 06, 2017

The Other Man

The Other Man Stories of two men who meet by chance and emerge indelibly changed – or at least, one of them does.

28 MIN, 30 SEC May 26, 2017

Guy Ritchie: King Arthur

Guy Ritchie: King Arthur EXCLUSIVE PODCAST: Director Guy Ritchie stops by to discuss retelling lore his way in King Arthur.

28 MIN, 43 SEC May 26, 2017

'Dandelion and Quince,' food and crime, 'All About Eggs'

'Dandelion and Quince,' food and crime, 'All About Eggs' Sarah Lohman talks about the murder and historic recipes that form the backbone of her new book, “Ohio 1910,” and Rachel Khong shares highlights from Lucky Peach’s last cookbook, “All About Eggs.” Michelle Mckenzie tells us how to cook oft-forgotten fruits, veggies and herbs, and Jonathan Gold reviews AR Cucina in Culver City. Plus: raspberries at the market and a special guest DJ set from Alton Brown.

56 MIN, 48 SEC May 27, 2017